Book description
"The suspense of the story, aided by sly hints from the author, and the atmosphere of a dark, claustrophobic tomb work together to create a scary story. The characters' fear invites the reader into the world to experience the fright themselves."
- Booklist Starred Review
Deep inside the tomb exists…
Why read it?
1 author picked Tomb of Gods as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
As someone who has explored the tombs of Egypt in real life, this story dug its claws right into me.
As well as all the claustrophobia, the darkness, and the sense there’s no way out, Moreland confronts you with ancient gods and monsters so terrifying you’ll be testing the walls for a secret passage out of there every step of the way.
From Kev's list on subterranean horrors to make you avoid your basement.
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